Cross-Domain Collection of 'Gold, Silver, and Treasures' Cherished by Businessman Mr. T and His Wife Gathers in Ginza! The 4th Banri Auction Special Feature: 'The T Family Collection' to be Held on May 12 (Tuesday) at Ginza Yokyo Hall.
Banri Co., Ltd. will hold 'The 4th Banri Auction' on May 12, 2026, at Ginza Yokyo Hall. As a special feature, 'The T Family Collection'—a diverse array of pure gold tea ceremony sets, pottery by Living National Treasures, Art Nouveau glass art, jewelry, luxury watches, and old coins cherished for many years by businessman Mr. T and his wife—will be exhibited.
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Banri Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo / hereinafter, 'the Company') will hold 'The 4th Banri Auction' at Ginza Yokyo Hall in Ginza, Tokyo, on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. This time, as a special feature, 'The T Family Collection' will be offered, comprising treasures cherished for many years by businessman Mr. T, who founded a manufacturing business before the war and developed it into a leading company after the war, and his esteemed wife.
The collection of works to be exhibited is diverse, including a complete set of pure gold tea ceremony utensils, ceramic works by Living National Treasures, French Art Nouveau glass art, jewelry including diamonds and emeralds, luxury watches such as Rolex and Piaget, and old coins like Kyoho Oban and Meiji gold coins. All listed items will be sold 'as is' and 'sell-off'.
Regarding the Special Feature 'The T Family Collection'
Mr. T founded a manufacturing business before the war and greatly expanded it after the war, achieving great success by growing it into a leading company. Furthermore, he had a deep knowledge of various precious metals and crafts and was an avid collector.
After his passing, his collection was inherited by his wife and managed as the T family's treasures, along with the jewelry she favored, and was carefully cherished until her passing last year.
Due to impending inheritance, the family expressed interest in this auction as a visible method of sale, leading to its organization as a special feature. All listed items will be sold 'as is' and 'sell-off', so we encourage your active participation and purchase.
We extend our deepest gratitude to the specialized professionals who provided immense cooperation and advice in organizing this event.
— Organizer —
From over 80 exhibited works, we introduce representative pieces symbolizing this special feature below. All exhibited works, including these, can be viewed in the Auction Catalog +PLUS.
BANRI AUCTION | Banri Auction Official Website
https://www.banri-auction-official.com/
Auction Catalog: The 4th Banri Auction Catalog
https://my.ebook5.net/banri-auction/4th/
Auction Catalog+PLUS: The 4th Banri Auction +PLUS Catalog
https://my.ebook5.net/banri-auction/4th_T/
Featured Items from the Special Feature 'The T Family Collection'
Lot.350 Kushin-saku Pure Gold Furogama
Work Name
Kushin-saku Pure Gold Furogama
Material/Engraving
Pure Gold (1000) / Engraving: 1000 Pure Gold Kushin-saku
Total Weight
4,322g
Artist
Susumu Mizoguchi (Traditional Craftsman. Pseudonym 'Kushin')
Estimate
JPY ¥100,000,000 ～ 125,000,000
This pure gold Furogama, weighing 4,322g, is a masterpiece created by traditional craftsman Susumu Mizoguchi under the pseudonym 'Kushin'. The body of the kettle is meticulously hammered with an 'arare-mon' (hailstone pattern), a traditional design for tea kettles, and the body of the brazier features delicate metal carving, possibly a phoenix motif. This item, expressing the spirituality of the tea ceremony with the ultimate material of gold, forms the core of this special feature.
Lot.306 Daum Nancy Glass Vase
Work Name
Daum Nancy Glass Vase
Dimensions
H: 48.7cm
Accessories
Wooden box / Signed
Artist
Daum Nancy / Auguste (1853-1909), Antonin (1864-1930)
Estimate
JPY ¥200,000 ～ 300,000
A work by the Daum brothers, leading Art Nouveau glass artists active in Nancy, France, from the late 19th to early 20th century. They created highly artistic works using techniques such as 'cameo glass,' 'vitrification,' and 'pâte de verre.' This piece vividly expresses a floral pattern with cameo glass on a richly colored base, characteristic of Daum Nancy's style.
Lot.349 Kushin-saku Pure Gold Kaigu Set (Seven Pieces)
Work Name
Kushin-saku Pure Gold Kaigu Set
Composition
Mizusashi (water jar) H: 16.5cm / D: 16.5cm / Weight: 1,595g
Shakutate (ladle stand) H: 17cm / Weight: 497g
Kensui (waste-water bowl) H: 8.6cm / D: 11.8cm / Weight: 689g
Futaoki (lid rest) H: 4.3cm / D: 5.3cm / Weight: 146g
Chashaku (tea scoop) L: 14.8cm / Weight: 33g
Chaire (tea caddy) H: 6.5cm / D: 6.5cm / Weight: 272g
Hishaku (ladle) L: 35.5cm / Weight: 230g
Total Weight
3,462g
Engraving
Pure Gold Kushin-saku 1000
Estimate
JPY ¥7
The collection of works to be exhibited is diverse, including a complete set of pure gold tea ceremony utensils, ceramic works by Living National Treasures, French Art Nouveau glass art, jewelry including diamonds and emeralds, luxury watches such as Rolex and Piaget, and old coins like Kyoho Oban and Meiji gold coins. All listed items will be sold 'as is' and 'sell-off'.
Regarding the Special Feature 'The T Family Collection'
Mr. T founded a manufacturing business before the war and greatly expanded it after the war, achieving great success by growing it into a leading company. Furthermore, he had a deep knowledge of various precious metals and crafts and was an avid collector.
After his passing, his collection was inherited by his wife and managed as the T family's treasures, along with the jewelry she favored, and was carefully cherished until her passing last year.
Due to impending inheritance, the family expressed interest in this auction as a visible method of sale, leading to its organization as a special feature. All listed items will be sold 'as is' and 'sell-off', so we encourage your active participation and purchase.
We extend our deepest gratitude to the specialized professionals who provided immense cooperation and advice in organizing this event.
— Organizer —
From over 80 exhibited works, we introduce representative pieces symbolizing this special feature below. All exhibited works, including these, can be viewed in the Auction Catalog +PLUS.
BANRI AUCTION | Banri Auction Official Website
https://www.banri-auction-official.com/
Auction Catalog: The 4th Banri Auction Catalog
https://my.ebook5.net/banri-auction/4th/
Auction Catalog+PLUS: The 4th Banri Auction +PLUS Catalog
https://my.ebook5.net/banri-auction/4th_T/
Featured Items from the Special Feature 'The T Family Collection'
Lot.350 Kushin-saku Pure Gold Furogama
Work Name
Kushin-saku Pure Gold Furogama
Material/Engraving
Pure Gold (1000) / Engraving: 1000 Pure Gold Kushin-saku
Total Weight
4,322g
Artist
Susumu Mizoguchi (Traditional Craftsman. Pseudonym 'Kushin')
Estimate
JPY ¥100,000,000 ～ 125,000,000
This pure gold Furogama, weighing 4,322g, is a masterpiece created by traditional craftsman Susumu Mizoguchi under the pseudonym 'Kushin'. The body of the kettle is meticulously hammered with an 'arare-mon' (hailstone pattern), a traditional design for tea kettles, and the body of the brazier features delicate metal carving, possibly a phoenix motif. This item, expressing the spirituality of the tea ceremony with the ultimate material of gold, forms the core of this special feature.
Lot.306 Daum Nancy Glass Vase
Work Name
Daum Nancy Glass Vase
Dimensions
H: 48.7cm
Accessories
Wooden box / Signed
Artist
Daum Nancy / Auguste (1853-1909), Antonin (1864-1930)
Estimate
JPY ¥200,000 ～ 300,000
A work by the Daum brothers, leading Art Nouveau glass artists active in Nancy, France, from the late 19th to early 20th century. They created highly artistic works using techniques such as 'cameo glass,' 'vitrification,' and 'pâte de verre.' This piece vividly expresses a floral pattern with cameo glass on a richly colored base, characteristic of Daum Nancy's style.
Lot.349 Kushin-saku Pure Gold Kaigu Set (Seven Pieces)
Work Name
Kushin-saku Pure Gold Kaigu Set
Composition
Mizusashi (water jar) H: 16.5cm / D: 16.5cm / Weight: 1,595g
Shakutate (ladle stand) H: 17cm / Weight: 497g
Kensui (waste-water bowl) H: 8.6cm / D: 11.8cm / Weight: 689g
Futaoki (lid rest) H: 4.3cm / D: 5.3cm / Weight: 146g
Chashaku (tea scoop) L: 14.8cm / Weight: 33g
Chaire (tea caddy) H: 6.5cm / D: 6.5cm / Weight: 272g
Hishaku (ladle) L: 35.5cm / Weight: 230g
Total Weight
3,462g
Engraving
Pure Gold Kushin-saku 1000
Estimate
JPY ¥7